Hanguana anthelminthica - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Commelinales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
anthelminthica
ID:
435370
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Blume) Masam.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1942
Citation Micro:
Enum. Phan. Born. : 81 (1942)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000434702
Common Names
- Hanguana anthelminthica
- Anthelmintic Hanguana
- Anthelmintic Water-Plantain
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- Hanguana aquatica Kaneh. [unknown]
- Susum anthelminthicum Blume [unknown]
Description
Hanguana anthelminthica (also called 'Anthelmintic Hanguana', among many other common names) is an annual or perennial grass-like plant. It is native to Europe and North Africa, and is found in wet meadows, marshes, and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Hanguana anthelminthica is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and digestive issues. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hanguana anthelminthica is a white, star-shaped bloom with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have a long, thin stem with a single pair of leaves.
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Cultivation and propagation of Hanguana anthelminthica: Hanguana anthelminthica is a hardy perennial that is easy to grow in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and is drought tolerant. Propagation is by seed or division of the root ball.
Where to Find Hanguana anthelminthica
Hanguana anthelminthica is native to Southeast Asia, including parts of India, China, and Thailand.
Hanguana anthelminthica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hanguana anthelminthica?
Hanguana anthelminthica
What is the common name of Hanguana anthelminthica?
Anthelmintic Hanguana
What is the natural habitat of Hanguana anthelminthica?
Tropical wetlands and marshes
Species in the Hanguana genus
Hanguana anthelminthica, Hanguana bogneri, Hanguana kassintu, Hanguana major, Hanguana malayana, Hanguana bakoensis, Hanguana nitens, Hanguana pantiensis, Hanguana exultans, Hanguana stenopoda, Hanguana podzolica, Hanguana loi, Hanguana neglecta, Hanguana rubinea, Hanguana triangulata, Hanguana thailandica, Hanguana fraseriana, Hanguana minor,
Species in the Hanguanaceae family
Hanguana anthelminthica, Hanguana bogneri, Hanguana kassintu, Hanguana major, Hanguana malayana, Hanguana bakoensis, Hanguana nitens, Hanguana pantiensis, Hanguana exultans, Hanguana stenopoda, Hanguana podzolica, Hanguana loi, Hanguana neglecta, Hanguana rubinea, Hanguana triangulata, Hanguana thailandica, Hanguana fraseriana, Hanguana minor,
References
Carl Ludwig Blume (1796-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Blume' in the authors string.
Genkei Masamune (1899-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Masam.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:366172-1: Based on the initial data import